The family of a resident at a Wisconsin assisted living facility has filed a lawsuit against the facility and it parent company, Assisted Living Concepts LTD, in relation to the events leading up to her death in 2010. In particular, the lawsuit claims that Marilyn Brown was admitted to Cedar Gardens in July, 2008 for… Continue Reading
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Nursing Home Abuse: Hidden Camera Catches Nurse Yanking The Wheelchair Of A Disabled Patient
Posted in Nursing Home AbuseIf you think ‘nursing home abuse’ is simply a term of art, thrown into headlines for the purpose of getting attention– think again. Below is an actual video of a nurse seemingly intentionally yanking the wheelchair of a disabled nursing home patient. The yanking of the chair caused the patient to fall to the floor… Continue Reading
Hours After Admission To Illinois Nursing Home For ‘Respite Care’, Resident Fractures Hip
Posted in Illinois Nursing HomesEven the most dedicated caregivers need relief. Personal time for them to relax, and focus on their own well being is important not just for their personal needs, but also so they may provide the best care possible for their loved one. In this situation, ‘respite care’ or temporary care can be useful or downright… Continue Reading
Lexington Care Center Named As Defendant In Case Involving Mutiple Falls
Posted in Nursing Home FallsLexington Care Center of Lake Zurich, Illinois has been named in nursing home negligence lawsuit filed in Cook County. The lawsuit alleges Chicago nursing home failed to monitor an 83-year-old resident who was a known high fall risk. The woman allegedly fell five times from February through August, 2007. The fifth and final fall at… Continue Reading